The Russian diplomat noted that if adopted, the resolution "would have preserved the international community’s chances for a diplomatic solution to controversies in the context of Iran’s nuclear program"

UNSC resolution to delay action to flop; Iran warns deal with IAEA would be "terminated" if sanctions are reinstated.

UN Security Council rejects Russia and China's resolution, leading to reinstatement of sanctions on Iran's nuclear program.

"No matter what Tehran does, Western countries keep issuing new ultimatums," Russia’s First Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Dmitry Polyansky pointed out

The Russian diplomat noted that if adopted, the resolution "would have preserved the international community’s chances for a diplomatic solution to controversies in the context of…